The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication is to authorize the execution of a contract with Austin Filter Systems, Inc., in the amount of $611,638.00. This project will alleviate substantial and progressing creek erosion that poses a risk to public infrastructure in the Lower Como Creek and is causing property damage in the back of residential property along Driskell Boulevard. The project was advertised for bid in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on March 17, 2016 and March 24, 2016. On April 14, 2016, the following bids were received: | BIDDERS | BID AMOUNT | | Austin Fitter Systems, Inc. | $611,638.00 | | The Fain Group, Inc. | $737,279.50 |
It is recommended that a contract be awarded in the amount of $611,638.00 to Austin Filter Systems, Inc. Costs for the implementation of this project will be funded by the Stormwater Capital Projects Bond Fund. The recommended contract award amount includes a pre-established field order allowance (construction allowance) of $26,500.00. Other budget items beyond the construction contract amount include $76,180.00 for construction management, survey, material testing, and inspection, and $37,000.00 for contingencies. The total construction budget is $724,818.00. Construction is anticipated to start in August 2016 and end in February 2017. This project will result in no additional impact to the Transportation and Public Works Department annual operating budget.
M/WBE Office - Austin Filter Systems, Inc., is in compliance with the City's BDE Ordinance by committing to 11 percent MBE participation. The City's MBE goal on this project is 11 percent. This project is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 3, Mapsco 75P. |
